smurfit westrock (nyse:sw) is a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging solutions. we are materials scientists, packaging designers, mechanical engineers and manufacturing experts with a shared purpose: innovate boldly. package sustainably. guided by our values of integrity, respect, accountability and excellence, we use leading science and technology to move fiber-based packaging forward.
title: pm technician (preventive maintenance technician)
pay range: $26.81/hr
shift: monday-friday 7am-3pm
position responsibilities :
- troubleshoots and repairs mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical/electronic equipment including but not limited to programmable controls, numeral controls, power supplies, drives, gages and test equipment.
- plans and performs work requiring a thorough knowledge of electrical/electronic and mechanical theories and principles, writing specifications, local and national electrical codes, properties of various materials, and principles of operation and application of electronic equipment.
- installs, starts up and shuts down equipment in accordance with company safety procedures for machine activation and shutdown and in line with osha requirements.
- advises operators and line mechanics of operation procedures and requirements for working safely with electrical/electronic and mechanical equipment and components.
- informs appropriate management and line mechanics of potential electrical/mechanical problems and inherent dangers involved.
- maintains company-required performance and maintenance records for identified equipment.
- performs preventive maintenance functions as directed.
- assists maintenance personnel with technical troubleshooting.
- assists and trains other maintenance and/or other technical level employees.
- performs other duties as required.
position requirements:
- must be educationally certified through a tech or trade school beyond high school
- must be highly safety conscious.
- proven experience in the electrical/electronics, mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic fields are required and the ability to demonstrate high proficiency in these areas.
- a thorough knowledge of electrical/ electronic components and equipment including the use of special instruments for diagnostic purposes.
- willing to work any shift and overtime as required.
- computer experience/operation and plc programming are necessary.
- high degree of precision working with minimum tolerances required.
- ability to climb in overhead structures, to work beneath machines and in close quarters performing analysis and repair work.
candidates are required to undergo a drug screening after receiving a conditional job offer, but before starting employment.
